Job in Germany : Head of Data Center (f / m / d) (future IT Services)

Hochschule für Musik und Darstellende Kunst Frankfurt am Main; Las Palmas de Gran Canaria; Presencial; EUR 60.000 - 80.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading university for music and performing arts is seeking a Head of Computer Center to oversee IT operations and lead a dedicated team. This full-time role offers a chance to shape the IT strategy and manage the university's IT infrastructure. Candidates should possess a relevant degree, management experience, and expertise in various IT technologies. The position promises a diverse and supportive work environment, flexible hours, and opportunities for professional development.

Servicios

Attractive pay scale

Flexible working hours

Supportive team culture

Regular training opportunities

Access to cultural events

Free LandesTicket Hessen

Formación

• Completed relevant university degree in computer science or similar.
• Management experience in strategic and operational roles is advantageous.
• Fluent German and good English skills.

Responsabilidades

• Implementing the IT strategy and managing IT infrastructure.
• Leading a four-person team and acting as escalation point for support.
• Developing and monitoring service level agreements.

Conocimientos

Management

Analytical Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Educación

Master's or diploma in computer science

Bachelor's/FH diploma

Herramientas

Linux

Windows Server

Cloud technologies

RHEL

Debian

Ubuntu

TCP/IP

Firewall

VPN

Descripción del empleo

We are Hessen's university for music, theater, dance, and their sciences, training students for artistic, pedagogical, and scientific professions.

We are looking for creative and committed individuals who can actively contribute their skills, experience, and ideas to our international university team.

The HfMDK is seeking to fill the position of:

Head of Computer Center (f/m/d) (future IT Services)

Full-time, up to EG 14 TV-H, permanent contract

Reference number 2025-036

The Data Center department handles IT operations, develops digital services, and oversees the overall IT development of the university. As Head of the Data Center, you will play a key role: responsible for implementing the IT strategy, managing the IT infrastructure, and leading a dedicated team. You will be the central contact for IT matters and advise university management on strategic IT issues. The role offers scope for strategic realignment of the IT department.

Main responsibilities include:

1. Strategic & overarching tasks:

• Advising the Vice President for University Development and Digitalization as Presidential CIO
• Developing and implementing the IT strategy in close coordination with the CIO
• Developing the IT service portfolio aligned with university needs and managing the IT infrastructure, including security concepts
• Budget responsibility, IT controlling, and resource optimization

Operational & management tasks:

• Managing the current four-person team, developing team structures and processes
• Acting as escalation point for 2nd level support
• Responsibility for IT security, data backup, data protection, and emergency management
• Driving technological innovation, procedures, and operational security
• Planning and controlling departmental goals
• Developing and monitoring service level agreements
• Managing IT projects collaboratively with the CIO and DTO
• Proactive communication within the team, with university stakeholders, and partners

Qualifications and profile:

• Completed relevant university degree (Master's or diploma) in computer science or similar, or a Bachelor's/FH diploma with at least four years of professional IT experience
• Management experience in strategic and operational roles is advantageous
• Extensive knowledge and practical experience in Networks, Linux/Windows Server, Cloud technologies/infrastructures, RHEL/CentOS, Debian, Ubuntu
• Expertise in servers, storage, virtualization, IT operations, service desk, security, data protection, and network infrastructure (TCP/IP, switching, routing, firewall, VPN)
• Experience in IT project coordination and multi-project management
• Fluent German and good English skills
• Experience with university structures is a plus
• High initiative, analytical skills, service orientation, negotiation skills, responsibility, and excellent communication skills
• Ability to work well in a team

What we offer:

• An interesting, varied role in an artistic environment
• Attractive pay scale up to pay group 14 of the collective agreement for public service (TV-H), depending on qualifications
• Flexible, family-friendly working hours with options for mobile work
• Supportive and open-minded team culture
• Regular training opportunities
• Access to cultural events, performances, and concerts at the university
• Free LandesTicket Hessen and affordable parking

We value diversity and promote equal rights for all genders. We support work-life balance and encourage applications from qualified women. People with disabilities will be given preference if equally qualified.

We look forward to receiving your application with relevant documents via our online portal by 23.05.2025.

For questions about the role, contact Ms. Brigitte Binder, Vice President for University Development and Digitalization, via email: (emailprotected)

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